Blue Catalyst
Blue Carbon platform to address technical and MRV challenges
innovation programmes for the blue economy held to date
in funding raised by innovation programme participants
“The climate crisis demands bold collaboration and cutting-edge innovation. Blue carbon projects hold immense promise. However they face persistent challenges in implementation and measurement. That is why we have co-developed Blue Catalyst, a strategic partnership with EDB and Hatch Blue, to address these upstream barriers with robust technical solutions. This platform aims to bring together leading minds to co-innovate, enhance project integrity, and eventually unlock high-quality carbon credits that deliver scalable impact for climate action and coastal communities."
-Vivek Kumar, CEO, WWF-Singapore
Blue Catalyst will harness technology in service of nature, tackling the toughest technical and operational barriers in blue carbon today.
More than a challenge, it is a platform that connects project developers, researchers, and innovators across the region to shape solutions that can scale. Participants will also gain exposure to investors and corporations that have an interest in carbon. With funding, mentorship, and pilot opportunities, participants will be able to scale innovations into on-the-ground solutions that can be deployed for high-integrity blue carbon projects across Asia and beyond.
Join the program to receive
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Our core offering
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Opportunity to connect with global network of companies with focus on Southeast Asia within the Blue Carbon sector
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Potential for follow-on investment with Hatch Blue
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On-site pilot implementation and deployment with selected WWF project sites
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Support and dedicated sessions on business strategy, project commercialization and fundraising plan, pitch and investor guidance
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Opportunity to pitch at Ecosperity Week 2026 in Singapore
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Teams can engage and participate in industry sessions directly with WWF and Hatch Blue teams
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FAQs
Once the application window opens, it is set to close January 2026.
The on-site portion of the programme begins in Singapore, May 2026.
1.5 weeks to complete the on-site and in-person segment of the programme, beginning in May 2026.
6 months engagement with Hatch Blue and WWF teams for business development and potential pilot implementation following the on-site segment.
The on-site portion of the program will be held in Singapore.
There is no equity investment in the Blue Catalyst programme, however there is an opportunity to connect with Hatch Blueʻs investment team and other relevant investors within our network.
Yes, ideally you are a registered company within your jurisdiction. However, we will also consider novel and disruptive technologies in the blue carbon sector if you have intention to be incorporated by the end of the programme.
One ideally two founders will be present during the on-site portion of the programme.
During the on-site portion of the programme in Singapore, in-person attendance is required. The 6 month ongoing development period will be held remotely.
Yes, 21 May 2026 during Ecosperity Week there will be a finale pitch day.
There will be ongoing programme engagement after the on-site portion for participants to engage with the Hatch Blue team to meet their milestone and for relevant companies to deploy technologies on WWF project sites.
Hatch Blue was conceived in late 2017 by co-founders Carsten Krome, Georg Baunach and Wayne Murphy, with the goal to revolutionise the way we produce seafood through investing in its technological development.
There is no specific requirement for you to disclose your confidential information (including any trade secrets) or IP during your attendance. However, if you do wish to share any information with us, Hatch Blue, WWF, the EDB of Singapore and all founding or organizing teams will ensure that all information is kept totally confidential and will not be shared without your written permission.